Residency & citizenship eligibility
Enter how long you've lived in Germany and a few details to estimate your path toward permanent residency or citizenship.
Last updated 2 June 2026
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Permanent residency · Niederlassungserlaubnis
About 1 year to go
Permanent residency on this basis is typically reached after 3 years of qualifying residence.⟳ Review
Citizenship · Einbürgerung
About 3 years to go
Naturalisation usually requires 5 years of residence.⟳ Review
Still to satisfy
- •Pass the Einbürgerungstest
Estimate only — based on common cases, not your full circumstances.